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Homemade Peanut Butter Cups

These homemade peanut butter cups are a delightful treat made by layering melted chocolate with creamy peanut butter filling. The process involves melting chocolate, shaping the shells, filling them with peanut butter, and chilling until set, resulting in a shiny, crisp shell with a rich, smooth interior. Perfect for a satisfying homemade indulgence that’s customizable and fun to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup ounce dark chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate 70% cocoa preferred for richness
  • 1/2 cup cup creamy peanut butter natural or processed
  • 1 tablespoon tablespoon honey or sugar optional, for sweetness
  • a pinch sea salt enhances flavor
  • 12 liners paper or silicone liners for shaping the cups

Equipment

  • Double boiler or microwave
  • Muffin tin with liners
  • Spoon or piping bag

Method
 

  1. Chop or break the chocolate into small pieces and set aside. Melt the chocolate gently using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each until smooth and glossy. The chocolate should be warm and fluid, with a fragrant cocoa smell.
  2. Spoon a small amount of melted chocolate into each liner, tilting and swirling to coat the sides evenly. Place the tray in the fridge or freezer for about 5 minutes until the chocolate is just firm.
  3. While the shells set, combine the peanut butter, a pinch of salt, and honey or sugar in a bowl. Stir until smooth and creamy, adjusting sweetness to taste. The mixture should be soft enough to dollop easily.
  4. Remove the molds from the fridge and add a dollop of peanut butter into the center of each chocolate shell, leaving a small border at the top. Use the back of a spoon or a piping bag for neatness. The peanut butter should sit comfortably within the shell without overflowing.
  5. Cover the peanut butter with the remaining melted chocolate, spooning or piping to fully seal each cup. Gently tap the tray on the counter to remove air bubbles and ensure an even shell surface.
  6. Place the tray back into the fridge or freezer and chill for at least 30 minutes until the chocolate is set and glossy. The cups should feel firm and have a crisp snap when gently pressed.
  7. Gently peel away the liners or pop the cups out of silicone molds. Handle carefully to keep the shiny shell intact. The final result will have a crisp outer shell with a smooth, creamy peanut butter center.
  8. Serve the peanut butter cups at room temperature or slightly chilled for a satisfying, melt-in-your-mouth treat. Enjoy the rich chocolate shell complemented by the creamy peanut butter filling.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality chocolate and fresh peanut butter. Feel free to customize by adding sea salt on top or mixing in spices like cinnamon for a unique twist.